Welcome to another 80s Dhamaka! episode of Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast. This time we’re diving face-first into the drama, glamour, and full camp spectacle that is Rakesh Roshan’s KHOON BHARI MAANG (1988). Starring Rekha, Kabir Bedi, Sonu Walia, and an extremely underpaid crocodile, this revenge thriller has everything: makeover montages, fashion show trauma, and villains who just won’t die. Join us as Amrita leads a passionate defense of Rekha’s action-heroine era, Sujoy questions the plot logic (and the horse), and Asim tries to make peace with crocodile VFX and the film’s very unique pacing. We also revisit the film’s legacy, its place in the 80s VHS canon, and why it deserves to be seen as more than a meme. A big shoutout to our friend DJ Shai Guy for the 80s Dhamaka theme song! You can check out more of Shai's work here. Love Bollywood? Support Khandaan: A Bollywood Podcast on Patreon and unlock amazing benefits: Early Access & Ad-Free Episodes A Bollywood-Loving Community Bonus & Video Content Vote in Polls & Pick Movies ✨ Join now and be part of the ultimate Bollywood experience! patreon.com/KhandaanPodcast Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review and a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps us reach more Bollywood fans and keeps us inspired to keep going! We are now on Blue Sky! Asim Sujoy Amrita Follow us on Socials: You can listen to Khandaan- A Bollywood Podcast episodes on the following apps:

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